Is the RAM upgradeable? I need 8GB
8821
Not that I'm aware of. Samsung offers a higher model with 8GB RAM and 256GB SSD for about 1799 though.
8822
Unfortunately it's not. BUT I've had multiple large programs running at once and it doesn't bog at all. For everyday media/home use it doesn't skip a beat!
2008486
Yes it is expandable to 8 GB in total. It comes with four GB installed when bought new and the second slot is empty which you can use to install an additional 4 GB. Make sure you use the same configuration as original which is PC 12800, 1600 Mhz DDR3 stick.
1106983
unfortunately if i recall from trying this with mine there is only 1 slot for RAM so to upgrade it you would have to find a RAM card that's higher than the existing one.
1701570
Hi, Yes, the maximum RAM supported is 8GB, with one slot available and the other slot is occupied with 4GB RAM. Thanks, PCrush
20908
yes you can do that its pretty simple . all you need to find out your ram model . that you can call to customer care and asked them .then by online same memory and install it.
2067072
Shouldn't be a problem, just purchase another 8gb stick. Also agree with the other answer an ssd is a much better way to upgrade this notebook. I talk about this in my review. About the other answer though, he/she indicates two ram slots are in use. At least in mine it came with one 8gb stick instead of two 4gb sticks.
1893785
Yes. You can switch the 2 gb for a 4gb if you want to improve performance. The computer will not recognize any more than that though.
2272968
Yes it is! There's 4GB on the motherboard, and 4GB or 1 SODIMM that's upgradeable, so you can get up to 12GB (4GB + 1x8GB) 1600MHz MAX. Hope this helps, thanks! -XOTIC PC
1821609
There is an access panel on the back to upgrade the RAM, but I do not believe there is any way to upgrade the graphics or sound cards.
2249663
According to ASUS specs this should be an 8 gb max ram while retailing at 4gb. It is true that the two available slots are occupied. However, that should not stop one from upgrading by replacing the 2gb x 2 to 4gb x 2. I have ordered one and have talked to asus tech support which says it is possible and the complete line up has an 8gb max by default
2196702
The ram can be updated to 4GB but only if you take it to a service center as the ram is soldered onto the motherboard
1732013
I have not done it yet myself, but upgrading RAM and hard drives are both possible on this machine. A good place to see what is compatible is www.crucial.com.
814012
If you bought 8GB of RAM, you are in good shape in terms of working memory that is active at one time. You can upgrade if you didn't get 8 gb. As to storage memory, the 256 solid state hard drive or the 500gb or larger drives should be ample. If not, external storage is probably the best way to upgrade.
236171
Yes, it can. 8GB is the maximum amount of RAM it can handle. It only has one (1) memory slot, so you have to buy an 8GB memory card to replace the 4GB card you currently have. This would work nicely. http://www.amazon.com/Kingston-Technology-1600MHz-PC3-12800-KVR16LS11/dp/B00CQ35HBQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1414690087&sr=8-1&keywords=8GB+DDR3-1600+low+voltage+%281.35V%29+SO-DIMM+Memory
1265888
I think so. I see 16gb RAM cards for sale on Amazon. http://www.amazon.com/Memory-Compatible-Desktop-Special-Edition/dp/B00EFAY5Q6 But I'm using the 8gb setup that came with my system.
1215858
There is only 1 DIMM slot and the RAM is 4GB, not sure if it is upgradable or not.
2253458
It can take 8GB total..4GB per slot...Must Use a 64-bit operating system to see the full 8GB of ram.. Be sure you have a compatible CPU..it only takes 65 watt processors...Good Luck!!